Dolpo Trek

Dolpo region is the largest district situated in mid-west of Nepal, in the rain shadow region. Also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden valley, Dolpa is a land of mystery surrounded by Tibet in North and highest Dhaulgari Massif in South. Unlike other trekking destinations, the area is visited by very few tourists. The 1999 Oscar-nominated film Himalaya directed by Eric Valli and the legendary The Snow Leopard written by Peter Mathiessen were both based in Dolpo.

The Dolpo Trek attractions comprise of a rich biodiversity including varieties of herbs, unspoiled trans-Himalayan culture, pristine lakes, hot springs, ancient Buddhist gompas and a unique lifestyle of local people. The major highlights of the trek include visiting Shey Phoksundo National Park and Shey Phoksundo Lake (3660m). Shey Phoksundo National Park is the largest and only trans-Himalayan National Park in Nepal home to such rare animals like the Blue Sheep, Himalayan Griffon, the Musk Deer, the elusive Snow Leopard and rare birds like the Himalayan griffon. The medicinal plant, Yarchagumba (Coerdiopsis sinensis) a type of wild mushroom is also found in abundance in this region.

Very sparsely populated, the Upper Dolpo is home to the Bhotiya and Sherpa people. Whose culture and lifestyle closely resembles the Tibetans across the border. The locals follow the unique and ancient Bon religion that predates Buddhism. In fact Guru Rinpoche is said to have meditated and sanctified Dolpo as one of the peaceful place in the Himalayas. You will have plenty of opportunities to visit Buddhist monasteries and observe Tibetan influenced culture and tradition of local people. Yatsher Monastery is the oldest and biggest monastery in Dolpo believed to have been established by Buddhist Guru Chogyal Pasang in 13th century. The monastery has well preserved artifacts of statues, sacred manuscripts, masks and mural paintings.

In terms of trekking itineraries, Dolpo can be distinctly divided into two regions: Upper and Lower Dolpo. The trek traverses the ancient trade route of the Trans Himalayan people and stretches through and around the Arun River whose origin dates back to the prehistoric period. The Dolpo trek is challenging trek that involves crossing rocky trails and high passes such as Ganda La (4850m), Numala Pass (5115m) and Bagala Pass (5100m). The trekking trail offers spectacular panorama of Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8167m), seventh highest mountain in the world, Annapurna and Kanjiroba peak (6883m).

The Upper Dolpo trek is a trip to the elusive Upper Dolpo region, a remote hidden destination in the
far west rarely visited by tourist. It is host to one of Nepal's most
tranquil and natural beauties. The Upper Dolpo
trek attractions comprise of a rich biodiversity including varieties of herbs, unspoiled
trans-Himalayan culture, pristine lakes, ancient Buddhist gompas and a unique lifestyle
of local people.

The Lower Dolpo trek involves crossing two high passes Numala Pass
(5115m) and Bagala
Pass (5100m). Both of
these passes look out to a splendid panorama of Himalayas in the North
including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Trek
highlights include visiting Shey Phoksundo National Park
and Shey Phoksundo Lake
(3660m). Shey Phoksundo
National Park is the largest and only
trans-Himalayan
National Park in Nepal.

Beni Dolpo trek is a very demanding trek consisting of high
passes and rocky trails. Tibetan influenced culture and tradition of local
people will add charm to Beni Dolpo trek. This trek will lead you to a maximum
altitude of 4412m. On the way we will visit Buddhist monasteries, hot springs and the unparalleled views of the Himalayas in the North.

The Upper Dolpo via Talphi trek takes you on a magical journey to one of the
unique places on earth, Upper Dolpo. Upper
Dolpo falls on the rain shadow area in the lap of the Himalayas
and here lies the most unique biodiversity on earth. Shey-Phoksundo National
Park based in Dolpo region, is home to such rare
animals like the Blue Sheep, Himalayan Griffon, the Musk Deer and the elusive
Snow Leopard.

The Upper Dolpo trek with Ganda La is a
challenging trek that takes you to a highest altitude of 4850m. The Upper Dolpo
Trek will offer all the major attractions of the region including Shey Phoksundo
National Park, Phoksumndo
Lake (3600m) splendid views of the
Himalayas including Dhaulagiri massif, rich
biodiversity and local culture.

Dolpo which is also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden
valley is a land of mystery, scenery and peace and is surrounded by Dhaulagiri
and Tibet
from south and north. The Dolpo region is the natural embodiment of high
passes, rare flora and fauna and sweeping vistas. The medicinal plant,
Yarchagumba (Coerdiopsis sinensis) a type of wild mushroom is found in
abundance in this region.

Upper
Dolpo Extensive Trek takes you to the heart of Dolpo, a land of
mystery, scenery and peace. Also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden valley, Dolpo
falls on a rain shadow area and has been opened for trekking since 1991.